2022
DOI: 10.12659/ajcr.936179
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Bacteroides fragilis Bacteremia Complicated by Spondylodiscitis, Spinal Epidural Abscess, and Sepsis: A Case Report

Abstract: Patient: Male, 63-year-old Final Diagnosis: Spondylodiscitis, spinal epidural abscess and sepsis as a complication of Bacteroides fragilis bacteraemia Symptoms: Fever and altered level of consciousness. Significant thoracic spine pain was also reported during the last three months Medication: — Clinical Procedure: Surgical decompressive therapy, with abscess drainage, combined with appropriate antibiotic therapy for twelve weeks Spec… Show more

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“…The supratrochlear lymph nodes will eventually drain into the axillary lymph nodes, which will then travel to the heart through the thoracic duct, and may subsequently access the Batson plexus. 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The supratrochlear lymph nodes will eventually drain into the axillary lymph nodes, which will then travel to the heart through the thoracic duct, and may subsequently access the Batson plexus. 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…OPAT has several advantages, including earlier discharge from the hospital, reduced length of hospital stay, lower cost, and overall improved patient satisfaction [ 27 ]. Teicoplanin, ceftriaxone, and ertapenem are common antibacterial agents used in this setting [ 28 , 29 ]. Teicoplanin was found to be an attractive antimicrobial that can be administered in the OPAT setting, in view of its favorable dosing regimen, low clinical failure rates, and acceptable safety profile [ 30 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%